NextGen Federal Systems

Federal IT solutions, software, cyber security

Modeling and Simulation Engineer - Intermediate

Embedded EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAberdeen, MD, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An active Department of Defense Secret clearance with the ability to be submitted for a Top Secret clearance.
A bachelor's degree in a STEM field, specifically Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
At least 2 years of experience performing and developing simulations or testing new or modified products or product components.
Knowledge of general coding fundamentals, including variables, functions, Booleans, arrays and array manipulation, and code logic.
Knowledge of object-oriented programming.
Comfort using standard Windows and Office tools.

Responsibilities

Develop radar threat simulations for Aircraft Survivability Equipment software testing and validation.
Support the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team's broader efforts.
Interpret parametric data and descriptions of a system's mechanical and radio-frequency capabilities.
Understand how a system operates functionally and use that information to create radar emitter simulations.
Determine which design and functional characteristics of radar systems affect characteristics of an emitted radar signal.
Create algorithms that produce different results based on various provided inputs.

Desired Qualifications

One year of modeling and simulation experience.
Ability to digest new technical information rapidly for practical use.
Interest in improving efficiency and streamlining work procedures.
Experience with radio-frequency test equipment.
Experience with GitLab.
Familiarity with engineering hardware analysis tools, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers, as well as hardware connectivity and protocols.
Effective written and oral communication skills.

NextGen Federal Systems is seeking a Mid-level Modeling and Simulation Engineer. The primary focus of this position is to develop radar threat simulations for Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) software testing and validation. This role supports the broader efforts of the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT). Responsibilities may include radar signal parameter analysis, interpretation, and the development of radar signal simulations.

Responsibilities:

Interpret parametric data and descriptions of both mechanical and RF capabilities of a system
Understand how the system functionally operates and use that information to create radar emitter simulations
Discern which design and functional characteristics of radar systems affect which characteristics of an emitted radar signal
Create algorithms that produce different results based on various provided inputs

Qualifications:

An active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to be submitted for a Top Secret
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics)
(2) years’ experience with performing and developing simulations or testing for new and/or modified products or product components
Knowledge of General Coding Fundamentals, to include variables, functions, Booleans, arrays and array manipulation, and code logic
Knowledge in Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Comfortable using standard Windows and Office tools

Desired Skills:

(1) Year Modeling and Simulation experience preferred
Able to digest new technical information at a rapid pace for practical use
Eagerness to improve efficiency and streamline work procedures
Experience in RF test equipment
Experience with Gitlab
Familiarity with engineering hardware analysis tools (Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Network Analyzers) and hardware connectivity and protocols
Effective communication skills, both written and oral

About NextGen:

NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we:

•Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.

•Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.

•Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.

•Strive to achieve results as an organization.

•Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.

•Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.

•Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.

•Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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About the Company

NextGen Federal Systems

Federal IT solutions, software, cyber security

NextGen Federal Systems provides IT solutions and services for the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial clients, including software development, research and development, enterprise IT systems engineering, and cyber security and data management. Its offerings combine services and solution development delivered through agile, mature processes to produce working systems that analysts and warfighters rely on, while maintaining cost-effective delivery. The company differentiates itself with ISO 9001 certification, CMMI-DEV and CMMI-SVC Level 3 appraisals, government-domain focus, rapid growth, and a blended services/solutions model across multiple U.S. offices. Its goal is to tackle complex defense and intelligence challenges by providing reliable, secure, and scalable IT solutions that meet mission needs.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $2.6M
Headquarters: Morgantown, WV
Founded: 2011

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